João Paulo Purcino de Almeida

João Paulo Purcino de Almeida (born 20 July 1990), known as João Paulo, is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a left back.

Career Born in Pouso Alto, João Paulo was a graduate of Fluminense FC's youth system. After he joined Fluminense's senior side, João Paulo was sent on a series of loans (to Figueirense Futebol Clube, Associação Atlética Ponte Preta, Criciúma Esporte Clube and Clube Náutico Capibaribe). In July 2012, João Paulo would make his debut for Náutico in Campeonato Brasileiro Série A at age 21.

After João Paulo left Fluminense, he had spells with Tombense Futebol Clube, Esporte Clube Bahia, Avaí FC and Clube de Regatas Brasil. In 2021, he joined Associação Desportiva Confiança, appearing in 30 matches for the club in Série B. After Confiança were relegated, João Paulo joined Paysandu.